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The Donatello

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Lunch and dinner served
Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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501 Post St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, SF Masonic Auditorium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Living area

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(186 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Accessible King Roll In

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Accessible King Combo

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San Francisco

The Donatello puts you in the heart of San Francisco, steps from Union Square and within a 15-minute stroll of Moscone Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .The restaurant, Zingari, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Union Square hotel include Palace Hotel and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palace Hotel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Powell St & Post St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Level III - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cocobang - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ryoko's Japanese Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Donatello

The Donatello offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Donatello. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Built in 1959
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Donatello offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Zingari

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 15 floors
  • Built in 1959
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Donatello Hotel
Donatello Hotel San Francisco
Donatello San Francisco
Hotel Donatello
The Donatello Hotel
The Donatello San Francisco
The Donatello Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Donatello?

The Donatello offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Donatello?

Yep, The Donatello has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 65 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Donatello?

The closest beach to The Donatello is Ocean Beach (9.3 km).

What makes The Donatello a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Donatello.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Donatello?

No, The Donatello does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Donatello?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Donatello?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Donatello?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Donatello Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jentry

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Arlington

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and amazing staff. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mylea

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Izack, Chicago

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a 3.5 or 4-star hotel. The staff is friendly but the hotel itself is dated and the amenities are lacking. There is one very slow elevator. Construction is happening at the hotel and even with the planned renovations, the hotel is rather old and has an older feel to it. The WiFi would stop working frequently or it would kick you out and you’d have trouble logging in again. The water was cold sometimes. The bathroom is dated with poor water pressure. The carpeting seems old. Amenities were limited and sometimes not available (I.e. dry cleaning, sky lounge). The gym is small and limited. Overall, it was not the high-end experience we were expecting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gigi

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kaiwen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Stefan

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yechiel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff. Room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, nicely appointed room with kitchenette appliances. great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pan was the sweetest
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyein

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it, so clean .. im be coming back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience! Book here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025